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Interview: Austere
We speak to Desolate from Austere about the pioneers of DSBM, their long-awaited return, and the profound themes of despair and emotion. See the full story!
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Vault Review: Sarastus — The Deceased Dwell in Darkness
Sarastus’ The Deceased Dwell (7.5/10). This traditional Finnish Black Metal album delivers cold, aggressive, and unforgiving grimness. Read the full review!
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Review: Zéro Absolu — La Saignée
Zero Absolu's La Saignée (8/10). This raw, atmospheric French Black Metal album delivers a unique sound steeped in deep melancholy. Read the full review!
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Review: Ande — De Schemering van Werelden
Ande’s De Schemering (8.5/10). This majestic Atmospheric Black Metal album from the Netherlands delivers vast, melancholic soundscapes. Read the full review!
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Review: Vrag — Rendületlenül
Vrag's Rendületlenül (7.5/10). This raw, furious Hungarian Black Metal album delivers a grim, uncompromising, traditional sound. Read the full review!
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The best Black Metal releases of 2024
The Best Black Metal Releases of 2024 list is here! Discover the definitive must-hear albums that crushed the year. See the full rankings!
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Review: Veenlijk — Galgenberg
Veenlijk’s Galgenberg (7/10). This raw Dutch Black Metal album blends folk elements with a mysterious, swampy atmosphere. Read the full review!
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Review: Molh — Deus
Molh’s Deus (7.5/10). This raw, primitive album delivers furious, old-school Black Metal aggression and pure hatred. Read the full review!
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Review: Gorgon — For Those Who Stay
Gorgon's For Those Who Stay (8/10). This new album from the French band delivers traditional, melodic Black Metal excellence. Read the full review!
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Review: Svarttjern — Draw Blood
Svarttjern’s Draw Blood (8.5/10). This aggressive, uncompromising Norwegian Black Metal opus delivers pure second wave fury. Read the full review!
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Review: Vixenta - The Oubliette
Vixenta is a two — piece Black Metal Band from Australia with their main influences being Emperor and others, we reviewed their latest work, The Oubliette.
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Review: Asgrauw — Oorsprong
Asgrauw takes Kili on a dark and mysterious journey. Read his thoughts on their latest album here.